2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |